Future Commencement ceremony dates:

"Graduation" is the academic process of completing your degree to receive your diploma.

"Commencement" is the ceremony to celebrate the completion of your degree - to now commence/begin the next chapter in your 'life-long' learning.

"Regalia" is the proper term for your distinctive academic clothing/robes (informally called 'cap & gown') which is worn at the Commencement Ceremony to signify your degree. Faculty members wear academic regalia as well, the colors and style of the regalia indicate a specific college or university.

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